Greek Flower Names | Garden Guides Greek Flower Names Submit The Greek language is a rich source of names that define the genera and the varieties of many flowering plants. Take the example of "chrysanthos" whose elements "chrysos" meaning "gold" and "anthemon" meaning "flower" suggest a "golden flower" better known as the chrysanthemum (Dendranthema x grandiflorum). Some derivations are less obvious and some are rather surprising. Daffodil Narcissus is the genus of the flower referred to as Narkissos in Greek. Narkissos was a mythological hunter, an exceptionally handsome young man who fell in love with his own reflection in a stream. The gods turned him into a flower (likely the daffodil or Narcissus pseudo-narcissus) because of his vanity. "Narkissos" probably derives from the word narkao/narke, meaning "benumb," for the potent properties of the plants and their harmful effects on the nervous system, if applied to open wounds. Despite their potency, daffodils are ideal garden flowers. Daffodils respond best to well-drained soil and full sun.

Plant daffodil bulbs in the fall, about 6 inches apart and 8 inches deep, with the pointed ends upwards. Larkspur, Hyacinth The rocket larkspur (Delphinium ajacis) is a flowering annual indigenous to southern Europe. Its blooms are pink, white and blue, growing best in full sun in well-drained soil. Its Greek name, Hyakinthos, is for the Spartan prince of that name whom the gods, Apollo and Zephyros, favored. However, Zephyros in a fit of jealousy, engineered the prince's death from the blow of a disc to his head. An inconsolable Apollo conjured the larkspur from his blood as a tribute. In another legend, Aias/Ajax was a Greek hero of the Trojan War who killed himself over a perceived injustice. The larkspur grew from his blood. In a different version of the same basic legend, the hero is Hyacinthus, from the Greek root word, hyakinthos, and its floral counterpart is the hyacinth (Hyacinthus nonscriptus). Violet The violet (Viola odorata) is "ion" in Greek.

According to legend, Iamos was the son of the nymph, Euadne, and Apollo, an Olympian god. Euadne abandoned her newborn son, leaving him on a bed of violets where shepherds found him. They named him Iamos, after the violets. These scented perennials flower in purple, blue, white and occasionally yellow, usually in April and May. They flourish in rich, moist soil, and they prefer a location in the garden that offers partial shade. When grown under controlled, organic conditions, the petals and the leaves of violets are edible. The petals garnish cakes and pastries and decorate ice cubes, while the leaves enhance green salads. Folklore has it that violets bring good luck, and that dreams of violets foretell a life change for the better.

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anna, Vanetta], Xanthe [Zantha, Xantha, Xanthia], Zarina [Zareen, Zareena], Zlata [Zlatka, Zlatina, Alatinka] The Meaning Of Flowers | Learn the Meaning of Specific Flowers Acacia The Acacia flower represents love and beauty.

Its primary definitions include the expression of a concealed love between two individuals as well as a chaste love that expresses a virginal commitment. In addition, the Acacia flower will add to the bouquet of an aging individual to remind them that, whilst exterior beauty may be fading, inner beauty will last forever. More about Acacia... Alstroemeria The Alstroemeria is actually a flower that is perennials, so they live for a long time. This flower is native to South America and there are over 120 species of it that are out there. This beautiful flowering plant really stands out and it looks great. You will find that most of these flowers are distinctly found in two different areas, one will be in the central area of Chile and the other is actually in eastern Brazil. This is a great flower that you will love the look of and that is beautiful and stands out. More about Alstroemeria... Ambrosia The Ambrosia flower is both dangerous and is beautiful, if you are interested in this great flower, you want to be sure that you are checking it out, there are a lot of unique features and a lot of great options for it.

While this isn’t the most friendly flower out there for people, it is beautiful and that really makes it a desirable flower for a lot of different things. Be sure that you are looking into how this is grown, the features of it, and all the other things that will help you best understand this flower. More about Ambrosia... Amaryllis Also known as the 'Belladonna Lily', 'Naked Ladies' or even the 'Jersey Lily', this plant derived its name from a shepherdess in Virgil's Eclogies: 'Amarysso', which, when translated to English, means "to sparkle". Its floral definition therefore aptly includes Pastoral Poetry as well as Pride. More about Amaryllis... Anemone Also called the 'Wind flower', the Anemone is one of the favourite flowers of Israel but has a floral definition with a somewhat darker meaning. It symbolises dying hope and is the embodiment of those who are forsaken. Yet all is not lost as this beautiful flower can also be used to indicate anticipation. More about Anemone... Arbutus In its mature form, the Arbutus is Canada's only broadleaved evergreen tree.

It makes for excellent fuel wood due to its ability to provide penetrating warmth that outlasts that of most other types of wood. This is reflected in its floral meaning of 'You are the only one Love'; a promise of something lasting, something warm. More about Arbutus... Aster The Aster is a flower that takes its name from the Greek 'astron' and the Latin 'astrum', both of which mean "star" - the shape of the flower's head. The floral meaning of this beautiful flower is used to denote something delicate and dainty and is also the official symbol of love. More about Aster... Azalea The beautiful Azalea flower, of which the bloom is celebrated by a number of U.S. states as well as Japan, has a number of significant meanings that illustrates a beautiful soft femininity. Its floral meanings include a request which implores a loved one to "take care of yourself, for me". The Chinese believe that the Azalea flower is symbolic of womanhood. More about Azalea... Bachelor Button Also known as the Cornflower, Basket Flower, Bluebottle, Boutonniere flower and Hurtsickle, the Bachelor Button is a flower rich in tradition and folklore.

It was originally worn by young bachelors as a sign of their impassioned feelings toward a member of the fairer sex. Should the flower keep its beauteous appeal for long, it was a sign that the love was true. Had the flower faded too quickly, however, the poor lad's love was often unrequited. Its floral symbolism is linked to single blessedness or as Shakespeare would have said, "the unmarried state". More about Bachelor Button... Begonia The term 'Begonia' was used to name a genus of flowers belonging to the family Begoniaceae by Charles Plumier, French patron of Botany. It was to honor Michel Michel Bégon, a previous governor of the Haiti French colony. In terms of meaning, however, the message this beautiful flower sends the recipient is to beware! More about Begonia... Bells of Ireland Also named by Carolus Linnaeus, the Bells of Ireland are, quite ironically not from Ireland, but native to the Caucasus, Turkey and Syria. These plants form part of the mint family and is said to have a scent very hard to describe. Irony aside though, these flowers are a wish of good luck to anyone who receives them.

More about Bells of Ireland... Bird of Paradise The Bird of Paradise is a more exotic plant that people really enjoy. This flower is native to South Africa and is very unique. People really like the bird of paradise because it is a very unique flower that has some amazing colors. This flower actually looks like a bird with the petals, which is why it is called the Bird of Paradise. More about Bird of Paradise... Bittersweet The bittersweet is actually a staff vine and is part of the genus Celastrus, which is part of 30 different species of vines and shrubs that are out there. These flowers are grown all over the eastern part of Asia, Australia, Africa, and throughout America. In the continent of North America, this is commonly known as the Bittersweet, but this can also be known as Staff Vines, just depending on where you are. This is a plant that has an interesting history and really stands out. More about Bittersweet...

Bluebell Also known as Calverkeys, Auld Man's Bell, English Bluebell, Jacinth, Ring-o'-Bells, Wilde Hyacinth and Wood Bells, the Bluebell is a flower that can often be found covering the ground in many European forests during spring. They are an endangered species in the United Kingdom. More about Bluebell... Cactus Derived from the Greek 'Kaktos' to originally name a species of spiny thistle, the Cactus plant is also known as 'Mother-in-law's Cushion' and therefore very aptly signifies endurance. Perhaps less related to its floral symbolism, yet still interesting, is the fact that the ancient Aztecs carried their human sacrifices out on these plants. Ouch! More about Cactus... Calla Lily Also known as an Arum lily the Calla lily is in fact not a true lily. It belongs to the family Araceae and is in fact extremely poisonous. Strangely enough, however, is its floral meaning of beauty, which could perhaps make this innocent flower with its long stem the femme fatal of all bouquet additions. More about Calla Lily...

Calendula The Calendula is a flower that is better known as the pot marigold. This flower is something that is related to the daisy and that can be figured out by looking at the plant. With the pot marigold, you get a plant that has the color of a marigold, but has the separate petals like a daisy. This is a beautiful flower. More about Calendula... Camellia Named in honor of Jesuit botanist, Georg Joseph Kamel, this beautiful flower is native to eastern and southern Asia. The leaves of the Camellia sinensis species are used to make tea as well as tea oil which are used as a seasoning and cooking oil. More about Camellia.... Carnation Known as 'Jove's Flower' in ancient Rome, the Carnation is a flower often worn on occasions such as Mother's Day and weddings. And appropriate to these occasions is the Carnation's general meaning of Feminine Love and fascination with all its associated affections on admiration and gratitude. More about Carnation... Chrysanthemum The Chrysanthemum was first cultivated in China and then moved to Japan.

The emperor was so taken with this flower that he adopted it as his royal seal, which is called “The Chrysanthemum Crest". In terms of floral meaning, the enchanting Chrysanthemum says "You are a good friend" and also signifies joviality as well as rest. More about Chrysanthemum... Crocus Aside from one of its species being the source of the Saffron spice, the Crocus' name originates from the Greek 'krokos' which is also a term used for 'egg yolk' in the same language. It isn’t difficult to see that the Crocus represents cheerfulness, just like the sun. More about Crocus... Cyclamen The cyclamen flower, also known as the sowbread, primrose (not related to the real primrose) and perhaps more confusingly, the Persian violet is in fact a poisonous flower with a meaning not for removed from its toxicity. As we all know, all good things must come to an end, and so this flower represents departure as well as a sorrowful resignation. More about Cyclamen... Daffodil In ancient Greece there once lived a man named Narcissus who loved his own image perhaps a tad too much.

Day after day he would stare at his own reflection in a pool until one day he fell in. Unfortunately he did not survive, yet from the shore next to his watery grave sprang a flower which today we name Narcissus, more commonly known as the Daffodil. It is indeed a flower of beauty, one with the apt meaning of unanswered love. Yet don't despair as, like a beautiful reflection, the opposite is true as well. This beautiful flower will make the perfect addition to any bouquet for those who wish to say... "There can never be anyone else" as well as "I admire you". More about Daffodil... Daisy The head of this flower opens in the morning and closes in the evening - it is thought that the word Daisy has been derived from the phrase "Day's Eye". This beautiful archetypal flower is the embodiment of purity and innocence, one that swears a loyalty to love and a commitment to a shared secrecy. Interestingly enough, Daisy is the Latin version of the girls name, Margaret. More about Daisy... Dandelion Despite a rather unflattering Latin name, Taraxacum, one cannot help but smile at the sight of this beautiful jovial flower.

Its common name comes from the French 'dent de lion' which means 'lion's tooth'. As a gift to a loved one, the Dandelion will add a wish of happiness for the recipient and a promise of complete and utter faithfulness. More about Dandelion... Evening Primrose The Evening primrose is so called because its flowers open only in the evening. Like the common primrose, the Evening primrose is an edible plant where the shoots can be added to salads and the roots eaten as a vegetable. For those who put healthy eating first, the evening primrose seeds contain gamma-linolenic acid which is a rare essential fatty acid. As for floral meaning, this flower represents inconstancy and may therefore make the perfect gift for those who seem to be constantly changing the color of their hair or their entire wardrobes. More about Evening Primrose... Fern Slavic folklore has it that Ferns bloom but once a year and are extremely difficult to find but those who do happen to cast their gaze on the fern flower will be in possession of lifelong happiness and riches.

A beauteous green addition to any bouquet, in terms of symbolism, giving the Fern as a gift will bestow magic upon the recipient and provide shelter as well as confidence. The Fern has the additional meaning of fascination. More about Fern... Fir We all know Fir trees. In fact, most of us associate them with one of the happiest times of the year, as they represent the conventional Christmas tree. The needle-like foliage of this tree is aromatic and will add to the dulcet aromas of any bouquet as well as the texture. In terms of floral meanings, the Fir represents time, thus becoming one of the most important and precious gifts anyone will wish to receive. More about Fir... Flax The Flax is the national flower of Belarus and represents the Irish national assembly. Its seeds have amazing medical benefits for those suffering from diabetes as well as cancer. Other parts of the plant can be used to make anything from fabric to dye and fishing nets. It is in fact the perfect representation of domestic life through its many uses, which is exactly what it means. More about Flax...

Forget-Me-Not Upon a day, a lady and her gallant knight went for a stroll along the river bank where, appropriately, he picked her a posy of flowers. Yet unfortunately the weight of his armor got the better of him as he bent to pick a flower and he fell in the river. As the poor knight was drowning, he threw the posy still clutched in his hand to his lady love, shouting "Forget me not!" and was thereafter never seen again. This is but one tale associated with the name of this flower. Another legend points to baby Jesus sitting on the Virgin Mary's lap gazing into her eyes. So beautiful were they that he wished for all mankind to be able to see them in the centuries to come. With a touch of Her face and a wave of His arm, beautiful little flowers suddenly sprung everywhere. According to the more formal and rigid tradition of academics however, the name for this flower was first used in English in the year 1532 as a derivative of the old French "ne m'oubliez aps". As evidence of the enchanting legend associated with this little flower, it has taken the shape of true love and, needless to say, is the representation of fond memories.

More about Forget Me Not... Gardenia Named after Scottish-born naturalist Dr. Alexander Garden by Carl Linnaeus, the Gardenia flowers are a popular bouquet flower due to their strong sweet scents. This flower is particularly difficult to grow due to its high demand in humidity, which means that it will make an exceptional gift especially when the intended message is one that says "You're lovely". The Gardenia is also a symbol of secret love, making it the perfect gift for the die-hard romantics among us - Romeo & Juliet. More about Gardenia... Geranium It derives its name from the Greek 'geranós', meaning 'crane' due to the shape of the seed-heads. And although the flower can appear in an attractive pink, blue or white their floral meaning indicates stupidity and folly. Recipients of this flower should tread very carefully as they may have angered someone special in their lives. More about Geranium... Gladioli Originally derived from the Latin 'gladius', meaning 'sword', these flowers are therefore also called the sword lily and is the official flower of the Gladiators.

Should one of these be presented in a bouquet, be aware that the sender could have meant one of two things: sincerity or a certain degree of exasperation. From all of us, we do hope it is the former instead of the latter. More about Gladioli... Gloxinia An extremely beautiful show flower, the gloxinia's flowers can either be red, white, pink, blue or purple. It is a sensitive plant, affected by its environs and susceptible to stress and adverse conditions, thereby living up to its floral meaning of the gentility of love at first sight. More about Gloxinia... Heather One of the more popular plants in landscaping, this beautiful flower has many uses. Among them we find the heather flower as a flavoring ingredient in beer during the middle ages. Heather honey is also a very popular food item especially in moor land and heath land areas. More about Heather... Heleconia The Heleconia is a flower that is better known as the lobster claw. This is a flower that is unique to the tropical parts of the Americas. This flower is very distinct in its shape and it looks like a lobster claw in the way that the flower comes together.

You will find this flower in extremely bright colors that stand out. More about Heleconia... Holly While a number of species can be used for caffeine-rich herbal teas, we know the holly as a traditional Christmas decoration in wreaths. The wood of the holly may also be used to fashion white chess pieces - perhaps aptly so since the holly is a promise of defense. In addition, the holly is a traditional symbol of domestic bliss. More about Holly... Hyacinth The hyacinth forms part of the Persian New Year's decorations and was once so popular that the Dutch cultivated more than 2000 different cultivars. It is a beautiful flower available in shades of blue, purple, red, pink, white and yellow, however care should be taken with the meanings of these flowers when sent as a gift. Legend has it that Hyacinth was once a divine hero, much loved by Apollo. Whilst throwing the discus upon a day Apollo decided to impress his strength and skill upon Hyacinth by throwing the discus as far as he could. Hyacinth in turn wished to demonstrate his speed by catching the discus. Unfortunately Hyacinth died when he caught the discus.

From his blood Apollo created the hyacinth flower which, until this day, is seen as Apollo's flower. In terms of general floral meaning, the hyacinth represents games and sports as well as rashness. More about Hyacinth... Hydrangea Native to southern and eastern Asia as well as North and South America the hydrangea could make the perfect addition to a bouquet with its numerous colors and many beautiful small flowers. Those who receive it will note that their understanding is appreciated. However, although the hydrangea may be used to convey a message of thanks, it also symbolizes rigidity and heartlessness. More about Hydrangea... Iris In Greek its name means 'rainbow' which can be attributed to the many colors of its species. Yet we know the iris flower more commonly as the stylized emblem of the Fleur-de-lis, a symbol which adorned many a coats of arms and flags and are symbolic of the French settlers in Canada. In terms of floral meaning the iris represents a number of virtues among which faith, hope, valor and wisdom are the most prominent. In addition it serves to extend compliments from the sender toward the recipient and can also be used to embody an appreciation of friendship. More about Iris...

Jonquil Also known as the Daffodil and the Narcissus, these beautiful flowers make the perfect addition to any bouquet for those who wish to request the love or affection of the recipient. In addition the broad floral meaning of the jonquil iterates desire and conveys sympathy toward the recipient for those days when life just seems to get too much. More about Jonquil... Kalanchoe The Kalanchoe is a plant that is better known from the old world, but still grows today. This is a flowering plant that is more of shrub and doesn’t generally get any taller than about 3 feet. You will find that this flower has very bright green leaves and has flowers that are a very bright purple color and are smaller than most flowers. More about Kalanchoe... Kangaroo Paw The Kangaroo Paw is a flower that is native to the Australian region, hence the name that was determined for it. This is a very unique flower and the shape of it is really what gives it the name Kangaroo Paw. You will find that with the kangaroo paw you get a flower that is actually shaped like the paw of a kangaroo which is something that is very unique. More about Kangaroo Paw...

Larkspur Also known as 'lark's heel' according to Shakespeare, lark's claw and knight's spur, these star-shaped flowers are poisonous when consumed and, should the dose be large enough, even cause death. Perhaps that's why its floral meaning is fickleness and may make the ideal bouquet addition for those who are difficult to live with (though one might want to attach a note stating "Do not eat!". More about Larkspur... Lily A beautiful flower that makes the perfect addition to the most glorious bouquets, lilies are in fact herbs, which mean that they are edible (although some species are apparently quite bitter). The Chinese cultivate certain species of these herbs as a luxury health food which, during warm summer months, help them to cool down. More about Lily... Lily Of The Valley The Lily of the Valley will steal the heart of the recipient with ease. Its floral meaning is wide and varied and points to sweetness and humility as well as the return to happiness (for all those couples who've just gone through a difficult time). In addition, the Lily of the Valley conveys a message of "I am incomplete without you" and has the religious symbolism as the tears of the Virgin Mary.

Beautiful as the flower may be in any bouquet, a fair measure of caution is advised as all parts of the beautiful plant are poisonous. More about Lily Of the Valley... Magnolia It is said that the magnolia is an ancient genus, with fossilized specimens found dating back more than 20 million years ago. The genus, Magnolia, was named after Pierre Magnol by Charles Plumier in 1703. The magnolia is the floral representation of nobility. More about Magnolia... Marigold Derived from the name 'Mary's Gold' in association with the Virgin Mary, the marigold was regarded as a flower of the dead in pre-Hispanic Mexico and is still used in the Day of the Dead celebrations. As to the floral meanings of this popular bouquet flower, one may note the associations with its historic use as it represents grief as well as cruelty and jealousy. More about Marigold... Mistletoe We all know the mistletoe and at some point in our lives, hope to 'accidentally' meet our heart's desire under the mistletoe for that very first kiss toward true love. Interestingly enough, the custom originated in Scandinavia.

As is quite obvious, one of the floral meanings for mistletoe is the impassioned plea "kiss me". In addition, the mistletoe is a sign of affection and also one to encourage boldness in times of difficulties. And for those travelling to India, just take note that they regard the mistletoe as a sacred plant. More about Mistletoe... Monkshood Also known as aconite, Devil's helmet, leopard's bane, women's bane, wolfs bane or blue rocket, the monkshood is said to have been used by Medea in an attempt to poison Theseus. It is therefore quite obvious that the recipient of this poisonous plant should take it as a message that advises caution for a deadly foe may be near. More about Monkshood... Moss The moss is a soft small plant which we all know from our excursions into nature as that grows as a soft green carpet. What many people may not know, however, is that there are more than 12,000 species of moss. In terms of floral meaning, these little plants indicate charity and are the symbol for maternal love. More about Moss...

Myrtle The myrtle is a plant rich in myth as it was said that it was sacred to both Aphrodite and Demeter. Equally, in Roman mythology the plant was sacred to Venus. Little wonder then that the myrtle is symbolic of love and also the Hebrew symbol for marriage. More about Myrtle... Narcissus Also known as the daffodil and the jonquil, the narcissus plant is believed to have spring up after a man of the same name fell into the river and drowned whilst admiring his own image. A different version of the tale suggests that the Narcissus did not fall into the river, but spent weeks at the river's side admiring his own reflection. He was in fact so taken with his own image that he forgot to eat and eventually starved. In both cases, the beautiful narcissus flower we know today sprung up on the spot where the young gent met his end. In terms of floral meaning, this plant embodies the spirit of the young man, that is to say, egotism. It is also a symbol of formality and a message to a loved on to say "Stay as sweet". More about Narcissus...

Nasturtium Nasturtium, meaning 'nose-twister', is an edible flower most often used as an ornamental salad ingredient. Yet refrain from consumption before sending it to a loved one as this is the flower of heroes. The floral symbolism of this flower indicates a conquest and victory and battle. More about Nasturtium... Oleander Used widely as an ornamental plant, the beautiful oleander flower is often used in bouquets due to its extreme beauty. Yet be warned, this flower is highly toxic and even just a small amount may have very undesired effects. It is then perhaps suited that its floral meaning is "caution!" More about Oleander... Orange Blossom It is the state flower of the U.S. state, Florida and was a historical sign of good fortune. Today still, the orange blossom is used in bridal bouquets as it is the floral embodiment of marriage and fertility as well as eternal love. In addition, the orange blossom may also be used to represent innocence. More about Orange Blossom... Orange Mock As a genus with more than 60 different species, the orange mock represents a simple yet beautiful little flower that will make an excellent addition to any bouquet.

Yet do not throw caution to the wind as this little flower's floral meaning is 'deceit'. More about Orange Mock... Orchid Orchids represent the largest family of flowering plants which are said to have 880 genera and perhaps as much as 25,000 different species. That's approximately four times the amount of mammals on planet earth and more than two and a half the number of bird species on the planet. For floral meaning, one need look no further than love, which could therefore be interpreted that love is indeed all around. The orchid also represents beauty and could be used to represent feminine beauty. It is also a symbol of refinement and the Chinese symbol for a family of many children. More about Orchid... Peony Once again we have a flower shrouded in the myth and mystery of the Greek. It is said the name of the peony comes from the Greek, Paean, who was a student of the Greek god of medicine, Asclepius. He was, however, so adept at his science that his master soon became jealous of him. To protect Paean from his master's wrath, Zeus saved the student by turning him into the peony flower.

Its floral meaning points toward shame; however it is also used to signify a happy marriage as well as a happy life. More about Peony... Petunia We all know the name Petunia, if not as Harry Potter's aunt, then at least as a flower. Many may find it interesting to know that the petunia flower is in the same botanical family as the tomato, potato, and tobacco plants. Sending someone petunias in a bouquet will communicate messages of anger and resentment and, in sharp contrast, one that says "Just being with you is soothing". More about Petunia... Pine As one of the most important commercial tree species, the pine is a valued timber wood and famous for its wood pulp. Along with the fir tree, pines are also used as Christmas trees. As part of a floral arrangement, the leaves of the pine represent hope for those going through challenging times and may also be interpreted as sincere pity. More about Pine... Poinsettia The Poinsettia is a flower that is well known for appearing around Christmas time. This is a flower that is associated with the Christmas season.

The Poinsettia is generally a plant that has some dark leaves that will actually turn to a whiter color and has flowers that are bright red and really stand out. The Poinsettia is the perfect holiday flower. More about Poinsettia... Poppy The poppy is generally regarded as the symbol for the heroes fallen in World War I and has been adopted by The Royal British Legion in their poppy appeal. Throughout history the poppy flower was used to symbolize both sleep and death - the former due to the opium drug extracted from it, and the latter due to its blood red color. The poppy is also used to represent oblivion as well as imagination. More about Poppy... Primrose As an edible plant, the primrose, or English primrose, is said to have a similar taste to lettuce. Tea can be made from the leaves of this flower and primrose wine from young flowers. The floral meaning of this flower is short and sweet and only has one thing to say: "I can't live without you". More about Primrose... Queen Anne's Lace Queen Anne’s Lace is a very unique flower that is actually better known as a wild carrot.

This flower is something that is a biennial plant and has a very unique look to it. At the top of the stem of the flower, there is generally a cluster of very small white flowers. This is a flowering plant that can be eaten. More about Queen Anne's Lace... Rose The rose is a flower praised and valued for its magnificent beauty since times immemorial. It is the traditional symbol of love and beauty and has been sacred to numerous goddesses, among them Isis and Aphrodite. Also a symbol of the Virgin Mary, the early Christians related the five petals of the rose with the five wounds Jesus Christ suffered on the cross. More about Rose... Rosebud The rosebud is simply the bud of a rose, it is a beautiful thing that people love to have and to give to people. Since the rose is the definition of beauty and love, this is a flower that people desire and it is one of the most popular flowers that people are going to purchase to give to people today. Rosebuds can also be grown and a lot of them are so that they are prevalent in yards and other places throughout the world. This is a flower that is highly sought after and definitely something that you want to be checking out. More about Rosebud...

Smilax Also known as catbriers, greenbriers and prickly-ivies, the smilax is a flowering climbing plant found in the tropics and subtropics across the globe. Receive either the flower or the leaves of this lush green plant, and you'll know that the sender wishes to convey a symbolic message of loveliness. More about Smilax... Snapdragon When properly squeezed, this flower resembles a dragon opening and closing its mouth, hence the name 'snapdragon'. As to its floral meaning, the snapdragon may either convey an idea which states "Gracious Lady" or be a sign of deception. More about Snapdragon... Solidago Solidago is a flower that is better known as Goldenrod or Solidaster. The Solidago is a very unique flower that grows in some pretty random areas. You will find that this plant is a taller plant and at the top of it, there is a cluster of very small flowers. Solidago generally comes in a bright yellow color that really stands out. More about Solidago... Spider Flower The spider flower refers to a number of different species in the genus Grevillea, all of which are native to New South Wales in Australia.

For those daring lovers out there, this beautiful flower puts love first and says "Elope with me!". More about Spider Flower... Stock Named after Pietro Andrea Mattioli, the more formal name of the stock is mathiola. Receiving this beautiful flower on its own or as a part of an arrangement in a bouquet indicates the floral meaning "Bonds of Affection" and may also represent promptness. In terms of love, the stock flower only has one thing on its mind: "You will always be beautiful to me". More about Stock... Sunflower The Sunflower is one of the most common flowers that is out there. This flower is something that people know and love and something that is unique. The Sunflower can have a huge stalk that leads to a large flower at the end of it. There are many uses for the Sunflower aside from being a decorative flower, learn more about what you can do with it. More about Sunflower... Sweetpea Our knowledge and fondness of the sweetpea flower is largely attributed to one man, Henry Eckford who developed this flower into the form that blossomed into the popular Victorian era ornamental flower.

Widely regarded for its showy flower and sweet scent, this plant should not be eaten as it contains a neurotoxin. In terms of floral symbolism, the sweetpea symbolizes departure and sends a message of "many thanks for an enjoyable time". It is also the floral embodiment of blissful pleasure. More about Sweetpea... Tulip It is the floral representation of Holland, gaining its name from the Ottoman Turkish word 'tülbend' which meant 'muslin' and 'gauze'. Strangely enough, the English word 'turban' also has the same origins. And in terms of floral meaning, the tulip will let the recipient know that the sender thinks he or she is the perfect lover. More about Tulip... Violet Also known as pansies or heartsease, the violet is one of the few flowers with an elusive scent. And yes, we do mean elusive as there are a number of violet species with a chemical component in their scent called ionone which temporarily inhibits the function of the receptors in the nose. This naturally means that no further scent can be gained from these flowers. In terms of the general meaning of violets, they represent the floral meaning of modesty.

More about Violet... Flower Meanings by Type, Name, Color and Occasion - The Flower Expert the flower expert Buy From OurStores Flower Meanings Did you know that flowers have meanings associated with them? And, that there are flowers befitting specific occasions? Flowers are a part of the most important occasions in our lives. They are conspicuously present on birthdays, funerals, graduation, weddings, etc. forming an integral part of our lives. Some flowers have religious significance too. It is impossible for any person to be completely unaware of flower meanings. Everyone knows that a red rose stands for romantic love and that one does not send yellow roses to anyone in mourning. However, meanings are associated not only with roses but also with other flowers. Most people do not consider flower meanings before gifting flowers. Similarly, people who receive flowers may not know their meaning and hence miss the underlying message. Know which flower stands as the national flower of what country? Read on to know more about flower meanings and to see what your favorite flower means Flower Image Flower Name and Meaning View Collection Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. It is also the flower of friendship. View Collection Amaryllis This flower is symbolic of splendid beauty.

It is also used to indicate worth beyond beauty. Collection currently not available Anemone on a darker note indicates fading hope and a feeling of having been forsaken. On a positive note it symbolizes anticipation. Collection currently not available Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. It is also used to indicate happiness and abundance. Collection currently not available Aster symbolizes patience. It is also indicative of a love of variety. It also symbolizes elegance and daintiness. Collection currently not available Bird of Paradise symbolizes joyfulness. It also symbolizes magnificence. It can also be used to indicate exciting and wonderful anticipation. View Collection Bouvardia Double symbolizes enthusiasm. It is also used to indicate zest for life. Collection currently not available Calla Lily symbolizes magnificence and beauty. White Calla lilies combine these two attributes with purity and innocence associated with the color white to make it the perfect choice of flower in a Wedding bouquet. View Collection Carnation symbolizes pride and beauty.

A red carnation symbolizes love, pride and admiration; a pink carnation symbolizes the love of a woman or a mother; a purple carnation symbolizes capriciousness; a yellow carnation symbolizes disdain, rejection or disappointment; while a white carnation symbolizes innocence and pure love. A striped carnation conveys refusal. Chrysanthemum symbolizes fidelity, optimism, joy and long life. A red chrysanthemum conveys love; a white chrysanthemum symbolizes truth and loyal love while a yellow chrysanthemum symbolizes slighted love. View Collection Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. It also symbolizes unrequited love. A single daffodil foretells a misfortune while a bunch of daffodils indicate joy and happiness. Collection currently not available Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. It conveys loyal love and âI will never tellâ. Gerbera Daisy specifically conveys cheerfulness. View Collection Delphinium, Hybrid symbolizes big-heartedness, fun, lightness and levity. It also indicates ardent attachment.

Collection currently not available Freesia symbolizes innocence and thoughtfulness. Collection currently not available Gardenia symbolizes purity and sweetness. They indicate secret love. They convey joy. They tell the receiver you are lovely. View Collection Gerbera belongs to the daisy family and therefore assumes the symbolism associated with the daisy flower. Gerbera specifically conveys cheerfulness. View Collection Gladiolus symbolizes strength of character, faithfulness and honor. The Gladiolus flower signifies remembrance. View Collection Heather Lavender symbolizes admiration, solitude and beauty while white heather symbolizes protection and indicates that wishes will come true. Collection currently not available Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude and in its extreme rashness. Hyacinths also denote constancy. Blue hyacinth stands for constancy, purple for sorrow, red or pink for play, white for loveliness and yellow for jealousy. Collection currently not available Hydrangea symbolizes heartfelt emotions. It can be used to express gratitude for being understood. In its negative sense hydrangea symbolizes frigidity and heartlessness. Collection currently not available Iris symbolizes eloquence. Purple iris is symbolic of wisdom and compliments. Blue iris symbolizes faith and hope.

Yellow iris symbolizes passion while white iris symbolizes purity. View Collection Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Collection currently not available Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. White lilac symbolizes humility and innocence, field lilac symbolizes charity while purple lilac symbolizes first love. Collection currently not available Lily symbolizes purity and refined beauty. White lily symbolizes modesty and virginity, orange lily symbolizes passion, yellow lily symbolizes gaiety while Lily of the Valley symbolizes sweetness and purity of heart. The Easter lily is the symbol of the Virgin Mary. Flower Name and Meaning View Collection Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. It also symbolizes proud and glorious femininity. Collection currently not available Peony symbolizes bashfulness and compassion. It can also be used to express indignation or shame. It symbolizes a happy life, happy marriage, good health and prosperity. View Collection Protea, King stands for change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage.

Collection currently not available Queen Anne's Lace symbolizes a haven or sanctuary. It signifies complexity and delicateness. Collection currently not available Ranunculus symbolizes radiant charm. It conveys a message that you are radiant with charm or you are attractive. Collection currently not available Rose symbolizes love. It signifies love in its various forms. Its symbolism varies based on color, variety and number. Learn more about Rose Flower Meanings . Snapdragon symbolizes graciousness and strength. Its negative connotations include deception and presumption. Collection currently not available Statice is symbolic of remembrance. It also symbolizes sympathy and success. Collection currently not available Stock symbolizes lasting beauty and a happy life. It is indicative of bonds of affection and is symbolic of promptness. Collection currently not available Sunflower signifies pure thoughts. It symbolizes adoration and dedication. It is symbolic of dedicated love. It is however also symbolic of haughtiness. Collection currently not available Sweet Pea indicates delicate pleasure and bliss. It is a flower symbolic of departure after having a good time. Collection currently not available

Question: Which flower takes its name from the Greek meaning 'gold flower'?
Answer: Chrysanthemum